Nanaimo isn’t just a pass-through on the parkway; it’s a destination that deserves your whole weekend. Sure, people love to jet off to vineyard valleys or chase waves up island, but don’t sleep on what’s right here. If you plan your belly, body and soul nourishing escape in Nanaimo, you’ll find a…
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By Lauren Semple (she/they), inclusive destination development consultant and Pride enthusiast. Nanaimo Pride Week 2025 was everything it promised to be: louder, prouder, and bursting with energy that’ll carry me all year long. From sunset dance parties to BIG parade crowds and shared queer joy…
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By Lauren Semple (she/they), inclusive destination development consultant and avid adventure seeker. If a zipline sounds better than a sun lounger, welcome to your next favourite destination. Nanaimo, BC, is more than beaches and brunch; it’s an eclectic coastal community where the outdoors calls…
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At Tourism Nanaimo, we believe that everyone deserves to feel welcome. That’s more than a tagline - it’s part of what makes this place special. Here, we say “Come as You Are,” and we mean it. We've taken that to heart as travel trends shift and visitor expectations evolve. We knew that to truly…
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Nanaimo is more than just a scenic destination. It's also home to a vibrant and diverse community of entrepreneurs. This article highlights some of the remarkable 2SLGBTQIA+-owned businesses that call Nanaimo home. These businesses offer unique products and services and play a vital role in…
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